Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Zurich and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Take your pick of ten weekly Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with Edelweiss Air is the earliest flight available. Edelweiss Air operates the last service of the day at 21:50.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your ZRH to KEF flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Icelandair offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Reykjavik — and maybe even more of Iceland if time allows.
Icelandair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating ZRH to KEF flights, Icelandair has the best track record for timely arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight is C$153. A round-trip fare is currently C$266. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to KEF by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ZRH to KEF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, data shows 69.02% of flights complete their journey on time.
Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
From Keflavik International Airport, Reykjavik is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to KEF sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are highlights.